Do you have a favorite place in Northern Virginia?

June 16, 2010

If you’ve been a follower for a while, you know I’m a fan of lists. In the spirit of diversifying my wildlife locations, I’ve been researching additional sites to explore.

The following are sites in Northern Virginia I’ve identified based on websites and/or satellite imagery. I’d love some feedback if you’re familiar with any of these places, especially if any would be a waste of time (or private/restricted property).

Without further ado:

Fort Hunt National Park

Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve

Mason Neck State Park

Pohick Bay Regional Park

Dranesville District Park

Turkey Run Park

GR Thompson State Wildlife Management Area

Claude Moore Park

Northern Virginia Regional Park

Riverbend Park

Dranesville District Park / Scotts Run Nature Preserve

Did I miss anything that is worth exploring? Let me know in the comments.

Mason Neck is a great choice! You can even see bald eagles there sometimes!

Some sections of Bull Run Park can be quite secluded and worth checking out. I remember boardwalks back into the woods and some footpaths that would take you away from the areas most people went (in my memory at least – but this was 10+ years ago). We used to go down a long access road off of 29 past the quarry to get back there.

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